List three signs or symptoms of hyperthyroidism.
What will be an ideal response?
· Irritability
· Restlessness
· Rapid pulse
· Increased appetite
· Weight loss
· Sensitivity
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catheterization, and appropriate inhaler use? 1. Preschoolers 2. School-age children 3. Adolescents 4. Toddlers
During a seminar on cultural aspects of nursing, the nurse recognizes that the definition stating "the specific and distinct knowledge, beliefs, skills, and customs acquired by members of a society" reflects which term?
a. Mores b. Norms c. Culture d. Social learning
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1. Place the client in the lateral position with a pillow between the legs once a shift for 30 minutes. 2. Place the client in the semi-Fowler's position without pillows under the knees to promote extension. 3. Place the client in the prone position once a shift for 30 minutes. 4. Place the client in the high Fowler's position to fully flex the hip.
The nurse is explaining to a nursing student the importance of making sure the patient is wearing his sequential compression devices (SCDs) when in bed
Which of the following statements in-dicates a good understanding of the purpose of SCDs by the student? (Select all that apply.) a. SCDs mimic the natural act of walking. b. SCDs pump blood into deep veins. c. SCDs prevent venous stasis. d. SCDs are used to prevent DVTs.